The Corporeal Identity : When the Self-Image Hurts

Explorees the cultural origins and psychological aspects of body identity disorders.

Discusses the influence of contemporary virtual and cyberspace imagery on self-image.

Draws on author’s professional experience largely dedicated to exploring disorders wherein body identity is the chosen field for communication and exchange.

Re-examines such illnesses as anorexia, bulimia, body dysmorphic disorder, and others